Lilly, 19 years old, CO | 34 DAYS WAITING

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Foster Alumni Mentors

Lilly is a vibrant, determined college student who shines through everything she does. Fiercely independent, she pursues her goals with purpose and passion. Despite facing significant challenges early in life in care, Lilly has never lost her spark and her sense of humor, and her constant smile lights up every room she enters. She has a natural gift for making others laugh and feel seen. Now studying social work, Lilly is channeling her strength and compassion into a career where she can uplift others, just as she has learned to uplift herself.

Lilly is working towards gaining more independence by cooking her own meals instead of relying on eating fast food. Having pots and pans would empower her to save money and make healthier choices, supporting her goal of self-sufficiency. She looks forward to the simple joys of preparing dishes like pasta, eggs, or soup whenever she wants. Beyond practicality, having her own cookware would help Lilly feel more at home and in control of her daily routine, a meaningful step toward building the life she envisions.